Many soldiers, law officers and firefighters carry these "Shields of Strength" into their daily battles, but they are neither heavy armor nor high tech protective equipment. They are inscribed with Bible verses, flags, unit crests and prayers. Their popularity has spread to reach more than three million Americans since the concept was launched in 1997.

Many soldiers, law officers and firefighters carry these "Shields of Strength" into their daily battles, but they are neither heavy armor nor high tech protective equipment. They are inscribed with Bible verses, flags, unit crests and prayers. Their popularity has spread to reach more than three million Americans since the concept was launched in 1997.